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Purple-bloom Russula

Russula mariae

Description:

Purple cap that is covered with a white dusting or "bloom". Approximately 3" in size. Stem has a paler version of the cap color. Cream-colored gills are attached to the stem.

Habitat:

Spotted growing on a rocky trail along a nature trail in a mostly deciduous forest on the edge of the Hudson River.

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Christine Y.
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Christine Y.

New York, USA

Spotted on Aug 15, 2016
Submitted on Aug 17, 2016

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